1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1301 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
